Senior Systems Engineer

Stafl Systems; South San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 165,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

401(k) Plan with Employer Match

Comprehensive Health Benefits

Paid Parental Leave

Vacation & Sick Leave

Professional Development Budget

Collaborative Work Environment

Team Outing Program

Job summary

Stafl Systems is seeking a skilled engineer for the design and implementation of advanced system solutions for electric vehicle powertrains in South San Francisco. This role emphasizes systems architecture, regulatory compliance, and functional safety, ideal for candidates passionate about innovative EV technology. Responsibilities include defining system specifications, leading design reviews, and overseeing product testing. Applicants should have a relevant degree and at least 5 years of related experience. Competitive compensation includes salary ranging from $165,000 to $200,000 per year.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with electric vehicles, energy storage systems, or related technologies.
• Knowledge of applicable standards for testing and certification of high-voltage electric powertrain components.
• Experience conducting functional safety analysis per ISO 26262, IEC 61508, or ISO 13849.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the subject matter expert for EV standards and regulations.
• Define and verify system-level behavior throughout the product lifecycle.
• Conduct engineering design reviews for compliance with standards.

Skills

Electric vehicle technology

Regulatory compliance

Systems architecture

Requirements analysis

Functional safety

Education

B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Jama

DOORS

Polarion

Job description

This role is instrumental in the design and implementation of advanced system solutions for electric vehicle powertrains, with a focus on systems architecture, requirements analysis, and regulatory compliance. The right candidate has a strong understanding of customer requirements, can define and verify system-level behavior, and ensures functional safety throughout the product lifecycle. This role is ideal for those passionate about innovative EV technology who thrive in high-standards, fast-moving environments.

What You'll Do

• Serve as the subject matter expert for EV and energy storage standards and regulations across various industry applications
• Understand customer application requirements and translate them into system-level specifications that align with relevant standards and regulations
• Own system architecture definition and requirements management throughout the product lifecycle
• Conduct concept and engineering design reviews to ensure compliance with all necessary standards and regulations
• Oversee product testing, defining test cases, metrics, and procedures to verify system-level compliance internally
• Lead coordination efforts for certification testing and interface with external testing labs and suppliers
• Leverage diversity of resources (human, technical, equipment, vendor relationships) to execute projects successfully

Qualifications You'll Bring

• B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
• 5+ years of experience with electric vehicles, energy storage systems, or related technologies
• Knowledge of applicable standards for testing and certification of high-voltage electric powertrain components
• Understanding of software, electrical, and mechanical design, as well as product development lifecycle
• Experience with requirements management at the system level using tools such as Jama, DOORS, or Polarion
• Experience conducting functional safety analysis per ISO 26262, IEC 61508, or ISO 13849
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

What Makes You Stand Out

• Experience working with High Voltage Battery Systems (400/800 VDC) and Battery Management Systems (BMS)
• Familiarity with communication protocols relevant to EV systems (CAN, J1939, Ethernet, etc.) to support compliance verification
• Experience with functional safety and FMEA analysis across multiple industries (automotive, industrial, aerospace, medical)
• Experience in system-level architecture design for automotive and/or aerospace applications
• Experience interfacing directly with customers on compliance requirements and certification deliverables

Benefits & Compensation

We offer a comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your health, financial wellbeing, and work-life balance.

Financial Wellbeing

• Competitive Compensation: Base salary, sign-on bonus, plus an equity award.
• 401(k) Plan: Employer match up to 5% to help contribute to your future.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance, with 99% of employee premiums and 50% of dependent premiums covered by the company.
• Paid Parental Leave: Fully paid leave to support your growing family.

Time Off

• Vacation & Sick Leave: 3 weeks of accrued vacation and 2 weeks of accrued sick leave.
• Company Holidays: Paid holidays in accordance with the company schedule.
• Flexible Leave: Unpaid personal leave options available when needed.

We provide programs and experiences that foster connection, growth, and a supportive workplace culture.

• PTO Nomination Program: Recognize and reward your teammates with additional time off.
• Bereavement Leave: 1 week fully paid.
• Jury Duty Leave: Up to 1 week fully paid.

Growth & Safety

• Professional Development: Annual training budget to support your career growth.
• Safety Shoe Stipend: Company-provided support for required safety gear.

Office Life & Culture

• Collaborative Environment: We operate primarily on-site to foster fast-paced collaboration and execution. Hybrid flexibility may be available after an introductory period, depending on business needs.
• Team Outing Program: Department events including a half-day off and a company-sponsored allowance.
• Social Calendar: Weekly, monthly, and seasonal team-building events.
• Fuel Your Day: Regular catered team lunches plus a kitchen fully stocked with snacks and beverages daily.
• Travel & Charging: Uber Business access, free on-site EV charging, and more.

The salary range for this role is:

165,000 - 200,000 USD per year (South San Francsico)

About Stafl Systems

Battery Technology Solutions for a Clean Energy Future

Stafl Systems is dedicated to advancing all applications of lithium-ion battery technology to achieve a clean energy future. Since 2010, we’ve partnered with industry leaders to push the boundaries of innovation across electric vehicles, aviation, marine and consumer products. Our team brings proven engineering expertise across technical consulting, rapid product development, in-house prototype fabrication and battery pack manufacturing to solve some of the most complex challenges in today’s cleantech industry.